ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - The Minnesota Department of Health has 15 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in people who went to the annual motorcycle rally in Sturgis, South Dakota. One of those patients is hospitalized, MDH…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Interim University of Wisconsin President Tommy Thompson says he has a threshold in mind for when campuses will have to shut down due to coronavirus cases, but he’s not…
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A former California police officer dubbed the Golden State Killer told victims Friday hew was “truly sorry” before he was sentenced to multiple life prison sentences for a decade-long string of rapes and murders that terrorized…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Fire Department has issued a warning for dangerous swimming conditions at Park Point beaches until 10:00 a.m. tomorrow. The warning means that wind and wave conditions can support rip currents, which are life-threatening to anyone entering…
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, August 21, 2020.
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A member of Gov. Tim Walz’s cabinet faced sharp questioning at a confirmation hearing Friday for approving an appeal over a controversial pipeline project in a dispute that could cost him his job. Commerce Commissioner Steve Kelley…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 68,133 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 8 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,753 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 1,340,850 tests have…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — State regulators have extended a ban on utility disconnections during the coronavirus pandemic in Wisconsin. The Public Service Commission voted 2-1 Thursday to continue a moratorium on shutoffs until Oct. 1. That will temporarily prevent more…
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, August 21, 2020.
ELY, Minn. - The Lake County Sheriff's Office says the pilot of a small plane was killed Thursday night when his plane crashed into White Iron Lake. Lake County Dispatch received reports of a possible crash around 11:08…
DULUTH, Minn.-Enrollment at Lake Superior College has shot up in the past two weeks, putting them at levels similar to last year according to school officials. In the past week alone enrollment has increased…
DULUTH, Minn. - BOLD-choice Theatre, part of Duluth-based CHOICE, unlimited received a statewide award for enriching the lives of people with disabilities. CHOICE, unlimited is a nonprofit that services people with disabilities in…
VIRGINIA, Minn.- As it has everywhere, the pandemic has put a damper on business on the Iron Range this summer -- a time when many businesses just began opening back up after three…
DULUTH, Minn. - The annual dredging maintenance project has kicked off down by the Aerial Lift Bridge. The project benefits the shipping industry in the port and also helps restore storm-damaged portions of Park Point.…
DULUTH, Minn. - Throughout the summer, thousands of visitors come to Canal Park and come to enjoy the sights and sounds of the area. One local family we caught up with today from Minneapolis…
DULUTH, Minn. Stress can be a normal reaction to life changes. In the midst of a pandemic, pregnant women experiencing stress just might be too overwhelming. Pregnancy is supposed to be a happy time in…
DULUTH, Minn. - Halloween isn't cancelled as of now, but it might look a little different. In just a few months, the Superior Spooktacular will take place downtown despite the global pandemic. This year, the…
DULUTH, Minn. - The Rookie Basketball Association, which is a year-round basketball program for young boys and girls through the salvation army, is hoping to raise money to keep kids playing the…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden is set to make his case for his White House candidacy on the fourth and final night of the all-virtual Democratic National Convention. Biden will speak Thursday night from Wilmington, Delaware, as he accepts the…
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. - Health and school leaders in Itasca County are urging parents to practice what local medical professionals are preaching to better help their children prepare for the upcoming abnormal school year.…
DULUTH, Minn. - Even the pandemic wasn't able to stop the shipping season. Three of the Duluth Seaway Port Authority's four major bulk cargoes had month over month increases. Grain jumped 54% over June,…
DULUTH, Minn. - The completion of phase one of a more than $37 million project for St. Luke's emergency department was celebrated today. This 17-month project will triple the size of St. Luke's emergency…
DULUTH, Minn.-The Key Zone program closed at Ordean East Tuesday after a positive coronavirus test. It's not known if it was a student or staff member that tested positive. Officials from the program, which is run through the Duluth YMCA…
SUPERIOR, Wis. - Superior athletic director Ella Olson announced Thursday that the football and volleyball seasons will be moved to the WIAA's alternative season in the spring. Girls golf, tennis, swim and dive and…
MICHIGAN (AP) - The state of Michigan has agreed to pay $600 million to compensate Flint residents whose health was damaged by lead-tainted drinking water. That’s according to an attorney involved in settlement negotiations. The attorney confirmed details to The…
Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, August 20, 2020.
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 67,308 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 7 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,745 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 1,322,220 tests have…
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Fifty-seven people have tested positive for the coronavirus at the Green Bay Correctional Institution, according to state officials. All of the prisoners who have tested positive are being isolated and anyone who was exposed is…
WALKER, Minn. - A 60-year-old man was seriously injured after witnesses say he was run over by a vehicle Wednesday afternoon in rural Walker, MN. The Cass County Sheriff's Office says they received reports that someone had been run over…
SUPERIOR, Wis. - This week's cooking connection features a new business to the Twin Ports, Lift Bridge Baked Goods. The company was founded by Riley Perrella and Dylan Holt, a young couple currently…
